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Injection moulding is a complex, multi-faceted process. It involves several different stages, including a design phase, the building of an aluminium tool and the subsequent moulding of plastic components. Throughout these many stages, there are various elements which contribute to the success of the overall operation. These elements are often overlooked or taken for granted, […]

Quality Engineering is a very important part of our work here at RP Technologies. Our Quality Engineers are there to ensure that the expectations of our customers are met at all times. They closely monitor projects to ensure that the highest levels of precision and accuracy are achieved. In recent times, we have made considerable […]

What is a Hot Runner System? A hot runner system is a unit within an injection mould which injects molten plastic into the cavities of the mould. It is, essentially, an assembly of heated components. It can be one of the most sophisticated systems in the injection moulding process. The process involves the transference of […]

Plastics – The Key Considerations There are a range of plastics which can be used in the injection moulding process. Each of these plastics has different properties and characteristics. The key is to pick the right plastic for the job. This is easier said than done, especially if you have little or no experience of […]

RP Technologies is ‘Without Limits.’ This isn’t just an empty slogan. It’s who we are. We specialise in producing complex parts which match the spec laid out in the original design. We don’t make changes to the original CAD, like some of our competitors. We ensure that our customers have the end component which they […]

Elliot, Harry and Alex met whilst studying Economics at the University of Bath and quickly became great friends. After graduation they moved to London and fell in love with cycling as the best way to get around the city. As cyclists they noticed that pollution was becoming a key issue and started looking for masks […]

RP Technologies are the UK’s leading manufacturer of aluminium injection mould tooling along with prototype and production plastic injection moulded components. Through precision engineering combined with a wealth of experience we manufacture tooling for a whole range of industries for either prototype and development or low volume production from our UK based manufacturing facility in […]

For the final part of our #PlasticPositivity campaign we’re summarising how plastic benefits certain industries and giving an insight into recycling and the positive environmental impact of utilising plastic in the correct way. Over the course of our Plastic Positivity campaign, we have focused on industries that benefit from the most positive uses of plastics. […]

For the fourth part of our #PlasticPositivity campaign we’re taking a look at the benefits of plastics within the Aerospace and Rail industries. Air and rail travel have a great deal in common, they’re both passenger or cargo carrying vehicles that move very quickly and are prone to static and dynamic stresses during transit. They […]

For the third part of our #PlasticPositivity campaign we’re taking a look at the benefits of plastics within the medical industry. Over the last year the medical and healthcare industry has featured in the headlines daily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With urgent requirements for PPE and medical devices, plastics have never been more critical […]

For the second part of our #PlasticPositivity campaign we’re taking a look at the benefits of using plastics within the Automotive industry. Plastics within the automotive industry are not a new development, they have been used within cars for the last 5 decades, but it is the latest innovations that are really changing the industry […]

The Plastics Industry is constantly getting bad press whether it be lack of recycling, excessive plastic packaging or environmental damage. Whilst there’s an ongoing debate of plastic being the problem, we do have to question our morals as a nation on how we manage plastic, if it’s not handled correctly then it turns the argument […]

RP Technologies are the UK’s leading manufacturer of complex aluminium injection mould tooling along with prototype and production injection moulded components. Through precision engineering combined with a wealth of experience their service offers a fast turnaround of mould tooling & low to medium volume plastic injection moulded components at their manufacturing facility in Kingswinford, UK. […]

Our service prides itself on the fast turnaround of technical aluminium prototype tooling and plastic injection moulded components. RP are unique in this sector as we have a without limits approach when it comes to offering solutions to our customers. Our ‘without limits’ philosophy means we’ll offer a solution to meet your needs no matter […]

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ALUMINIUM TOOLING? We’re asked many questions about prototype tooling and moulding on a daily basis. Normally by potential customers who are trying to evaluate if aluminium tooling is suitable for their project. We often wonder how many other people must have the same questions, or how many people have given aluminium tooling consideration […]

Leading prototype & production toolmaker and injection moulding supplier, RP Technologies have successfully grown their company over the last 6 years with the continued support from their trusted supplier, Borche UK. RP Technologies opened their injection moulding facility in 2012 after they saw an increase in demand for injection moulded components. It made good business […]

At RP Technologies we manufacture prototype injection mould tooling from aluminium. However, our service differs to other prototype tool makers & moulders as we manufacture tooling to production standard, including cooling and heating circuits. There seems to be a common misconception in the industry that aluminium moulds do not need cooling circuits due to aluminium […]

Do you want to meet some of the team, learn more about our capabilities and have a sneak peak at our UK based manufacturing facility? Then check out our Corporate Video today where you can see these things and more… Simply click here to watch the video. We also have 2 shorter videos – one to […]

Prototype tooling and low volume injection moulding supplier, RP Technologies have recently assisted Jason Bishop to launch his new product, Magrak. Jason Bishop, Magrak Ltd.’s founder is a builder by trade, having spent many years in the industry he noticed a gap in the market for fixing storage bins to the inside of vans. The […]

Have you previously had issues with problematic mouldings when this could have been captured before manufacture? We’ve recently invested in a software package which enables component design to be validated with a Mould Simulation Analysis. The software allows us to gain product insights, visualise flow & thermal properties and optimise processes before physical parts are moulded. The design process […]

RP Technologies are approached on what seems to be a daily basis to discuss over-moulding as a process for prototype tooling and injection moulding, and whether it is suitable for low volumes. The over-moulding process has been around for many years but with the market trend to improve the feel and functionality of co-moulded parts […]

The requirement for prototype parts that are fit for functional product testing in production intent materials is ever increasing. At RP Technologies, we’re also seeing an increase in secondary processes being bought in for effective testing and development. Hot plate welding at prototype stage is one of the increasingly requested processes and we can provide […]

When Steeper required intricate prototype and production components for a miniaturised version of their bebionic prosthetic hand they turned to RP Technologies for their wide ranging expertise, flexible engineering solutions and no limits approach. Prosthetic experts Steeper wanted to produce a myoelectric prosthetic hand that could transform the lives of amputees worldwide and help them to regain […]

When injection moulding plastic parts for our customers most of them tend to be black or natural, but there is a wide range of colours available. If a specific colour or shade is needed we can generally match to a RAL and Pantone references or we can colour match from existing products or samples. There […]

Ultrasonic welding at prototype stage is being increasingly requested. It’s a secondary process that’s suited for testing and development especially when parts need functional testing in production intent material. At RP Technologies, we’ve developed a close partnership with our trusted supplier, Sonics and Materials (UK) Ltd, meaning we can now provide this service for prototype […]

Lead times within the prototype injection moulding industry are as varied as the components manufactured. They are also very subjective with one person’s idea of a standard lead time being very different to another. Traditionally anything from 12 weeks to 16 weeks seemed common place however there are more and more companies offering reduced lead […]

Prototyping is a crucial part of any company’s design process, it gives you the chance to prove that the design is fit for purpose before launching a product into the market place. Having a fully working prototype gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your idea to potential investors or stakeholders.  When prototyping is done effectively […]

Our customers often have new projects in the pipeline but are uncertain what volumes of injection moulded parts will be needed. Sometimes it could be a few hundred, sometimes it would be 10’s of thousands. If it runs in to 1000’s should the tool have more than one cavity? Or is it best sticking with […]

RP Technologies supply prototype and production mouldings to a wide array of market sectors giving us a wealth of experience helping customers to choose a suitable polymer for their project. Choosing the correct plastic to ensure the product performs as expected is a key part of product development. Get it wrong and you could live […]

As a plastic prototype manufacturer RP Technologies have seen an increase in requests for metal replacement plastics in the last 12 months. RP turn to their trusted partner EMS Grivory for their extensive knowledge to ensure they match customers’ specifications. EMS Grivory products are targeting metal replacement from the concept idea to the sustainable transformation […]

We manufacture our prototype tooling from aluminium as it’s extremely robust, cost effective and can be machined quickly to suit prototyping deadlines. Aluminium has a number of great properties and here are 8 facts that you may not already know about this fantastic metal: Aluminium is the 2nd most widely used metal in the world (after iron) […]